In a relatively short period of time, the Veterans Classic has become a popular staple of the college basketball season.
With heavyweight programs such as Florida, North Carolina, Michigan State, Ohio State and Maryland all participating in the past, the Veterans Classic had established itself as a significant event.
Navy men’s basketball coach Ed DeChellis confirmed Tuesday the Veterans Classic will not be held in 2020 because the season has been delayed due to the pandemic. NCAA officials announced last week the 2020-21 season will start Nov. 25, and that put an end to the Naval Academy Athletic Association’s hopes of holding the annual event usually held right around Veteran’s Day (Nov.